Summer is here and rather than squint in the bright sunlight, why not coolly gaze at the world? These sunglasses are embellished with Swarovski crystals and catch every prism of light.
Jimmy Crystal Sunnies, $396
Dazzling Sunglasses
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Category Archives: FASHION ACCESSORIES
Bag it
With summer weather here, thoughts turn to getting away. In style. So you need a new bag, something large enough to keep your stuff together, with a fun vibe to energize your excursion. One of these might do the trick:
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- Blue tote has quilted body, embroidered flowers, and colorful sides and handles. $69.50
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- Red tote is a riot of bright color, $69.50
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- Red weekender with white polka dots has handles, shoulder strap, $79.50
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- Black and tan weekender with polka dots opens very wide so you can really access your stuff. Shoulder strap included, zip closure. $79.50
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- Stylish and secure way to transport your libations, $17.95
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- Bottle bag, red, $17.95
Derby Hats still available
It’s not too late to get a decorated Derby Hat for the party this afternoon. Just stop by Ann’s on your way! We’re here today from 10 am to 5 pm.
Ann’s Fine Gifts
14054 Memorial Drive at Kirkwood
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 589-0424
We are about 1 mile south of I-10 on Kirkwood. Click here for a map.
Derby Hat Mania
The Derby party has already started at Ann’s! Our in-house milliner, Fran, has been hard at work creating over-the-top stylin’ Derby Hats sure to get you noticed. Check out these just-minted creations: 
Ann’s already started the Derby Party in a stand-out hat made just for her. Hat, $85. Red sunglasses, $39.50.
More original Derby hats at Ann’s, click here.
And speaking of mint, do you have your mint-julep cups ready? We’ve got a few left, $39.50. Fill it with Ann’s Texas Chocolate Truffles and make it a gift for the party’s hostess!
How to make yourself a mint julep:
Muddle mint leaves, powdered sugar, and water in a collins glass. Fill the glass with shaved or crushed ice and add bourbon. Top with more ice and garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw. (To make a bigger batch, click here for a calculator at Drinksmixer.com.)
Have a fun Derby Party!
Spectacular Derby Hats
If you want a hat like no other, come see the original creations at Ann’s! Our in-house milliner has created over-the-top gorgeous designs to rival any you’ll see at the Derby Fashion parade. Only available at Ann’s! (Click on pictures to see them enlarged.)
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- Ann wears an original creation made right here in our store by our own milliner. Come get it for your Derby party! $85
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- White picture hat with a cascade of frothy white feathers and pearls, side view, $99.95
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- White picture hat with a cascade of frothy white feathers and pearls, back view, $99.95
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- Navy picture hat with flowers is perfect for Derby parties, $85
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- Pink picture hat with flowers, $85
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- Derby hats designed in-house at Ann’s are sure to get you noticed at your Derby Party!
Kentucky Derby Hats
The Derby is May 4…do you have a hat for the party? We have lots of wide-brimmed picture hats perfect for your outfit. Or wear a fascinator! Here are some ideas:
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- Coffee colored picture hat can be shaped to flatter, $89.50
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- Wide brimmed striped hat can be shaped to flatter your face, $69.50
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- Urban Cowgirl hat with feathers and sequins, $135
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- Bright pink wide brimmed picture hat, $65
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- Sunny yellow picture hat, $65
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- Wide brimmed natural picture hat has black edge, $95
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- Broad brimmed picture hat in gray with an edge of yellow, $65
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- Wide brimmed striped hat can be shaped to flatter your face, $69.50
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- Silver Fascinator, $69.95
For more picture hats (wide brimmed) and fascinators, click here.
Very Downton Abbey
The PBS hit, “Downton Abbey,” shows the most beautiful clothes of a bygone era.
Costumed with hats for Downton Abbey.
We thought we’d channel a little of that glamour. Our new scarves are romantic and soft-colored in a wearable way that brings a little of the Downton style to your look. Hats are broad-brimmed to flatter the wearer; many have shapable brims. Or choose a fascinator, just a little bit of fluff in a fun color to add some accent to your outfit. Hats and scarves sold separately. Stay protected in the sun and be stylish, too!
Natural hat (price) with scarf, $45.50
Broad brimmed yellow hat, $65, with multi-colored scarf, $39.50
Chocolate brown hat, $89.5 with scarf, $39.50
Very wide brimmed white hat, $89.5, with blue scarf, $39.50
Wide brimmed creamy white hat, $65, has bendable brim; purple hued scarf, $39.50
Or choose a fascinator:
Natural Fascinator, $69.50
Silver Fascinator, $69.50
Pink Fascinator, $69.50
Now all you need is a manor house…..
Highclere Castle, the real “Downton Abbey.”
The World of Downton Abbey book about the series, $29.95
Women’s Western Hats
Top off your outfit with one of these and you’ll be noticed right away. Cowgirl hats with bling and sparkle will make your look! For Rodeo and beyond, you’ll love wearing one of these! $135 each.
Hold my phone, please
Cute, colorful and handy. Ann’s new phone holders keep your hands free and your phone secured. Gumby-like keeper fits any size smart phone; just bend the hands to shape it to your phone. Cool, huh? Great for shopping (hang it on the basket), moms with strollers, golf bags, even the inside of your tote. The kids will love playing with it, too. $19.95 each.
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- Bend them to any shape or figure to hold you phone!
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- Shape the hands to fit your phone and hang it anywhere.
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- Hang in on your rear view mirror to use your GPS app.
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- Hang it on a drawer handle beside your bed or in the kitchen.
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- Hang it on the wall charger!
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- Handy-pants!
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- Remember him?
Reading Glasses
Don’t settle for boring drug-store reading glasses! Ann’s readers come in many patterns and colors. We have a large selection and wide range of strengths. If you’re like our customers, you like to have multiple pairs to scatter around your house, carry in your purse, or leave at the office. We have lighted readers, too. Come pick out a pair that help you see and are fun to wear! $22.50 each, or 2 for $35.
